Memphis businesses invited to apply for solar grants

The Tennessee Solar Institute is offering $1.15 million to Tennessee businesses to fund solar installation projects across the state.

This is the second round of funds from the state-run institute, and they will be given on a first-come, first-served basis. Businesses received more than $9 million for projects last year.

"This (request for applications) will generate a large and quick response," said Dr. John Sanseverino, director of programs at TSI. "The time to review, conduct and inspect projects will be short; projects need to be shovel ready and have all other funding in place."

Applications will be accepted beginning Monday, Aug. 15. Award recipients can get as much as $105,000 for a solar installation. Awards size will be based on the size of the project.